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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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