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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are considering today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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