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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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