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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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