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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp these significant new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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