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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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