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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. People want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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