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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better understand these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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