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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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