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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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