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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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