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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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