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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology enable humans all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Portugal to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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