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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to understand these new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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