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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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