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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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