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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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