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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education