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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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