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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online learning have enabled people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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