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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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