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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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