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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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