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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in elearning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. 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 several subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better perceive these promising new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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