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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are considering now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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