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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in elearning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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