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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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