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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in digital education technology are empowering people all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to be more aware of these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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