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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online education enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to understand these important new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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