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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online education are providing the means for learners 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. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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