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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ghana to conduct these massive open online courses? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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