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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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