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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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