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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. 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 consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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