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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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