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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in 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 learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to understand these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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