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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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