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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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