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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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