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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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