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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education