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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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