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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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