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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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