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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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