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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning have enabled students all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Malta to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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