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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better grasp these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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