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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Somaliland to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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