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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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