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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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