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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Gibraltar to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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