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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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