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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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