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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online education make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these open education undertakings. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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