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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This amazing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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