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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Reunion to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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