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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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