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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning have empowered learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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