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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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