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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver 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 free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational experiments. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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