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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online education technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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