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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Djibouti to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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