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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. 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 always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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