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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of 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. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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