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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of 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 massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these important new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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