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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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