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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Portugal to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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