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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the major 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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