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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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