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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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