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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning make 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. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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