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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning are enabling people all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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