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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for students all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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