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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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