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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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