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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in digital education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more available there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these promising new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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