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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have enabled people 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 online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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