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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online education have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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