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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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