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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better perceive these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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