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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in elearning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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