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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education technology have empowered learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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