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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology enable humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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