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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also researches 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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