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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world 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 MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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