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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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