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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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