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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to be more aware of these new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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