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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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