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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology are empowering people all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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