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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver 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. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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