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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have empowered people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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