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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Vietnam to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational experiments. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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