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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online learning technology enable students all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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