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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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