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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Northern Cyprus to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Universities want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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