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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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