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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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