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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everybody wants to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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