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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning technology enable humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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