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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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