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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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