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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education are enabling students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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