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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Belize to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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