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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth 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 massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to understand these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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