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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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