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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Benin to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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