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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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