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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in learning technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in classes online. 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 numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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