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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Estonia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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