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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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