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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses 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 open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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