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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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