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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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