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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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