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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in learning technology have empowered humans all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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