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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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