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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that distance learning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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