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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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