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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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