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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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