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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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