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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around 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 massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better grasp these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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