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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education undertakings. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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