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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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