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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online education enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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