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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people 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. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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