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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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