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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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