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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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