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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education ventures. People want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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