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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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