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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. People want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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