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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part 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 normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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