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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology enable learners all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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