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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around 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 online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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