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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Panama to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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