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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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