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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online education are empowering people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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