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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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