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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning have empowered learners all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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