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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Lecturers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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