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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the most important 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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