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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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