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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning are enabling people all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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