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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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