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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in e-learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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