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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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