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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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