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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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