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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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