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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations have to consider now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to understand these significant new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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