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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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