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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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