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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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