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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open education experiments. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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