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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mongolia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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