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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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