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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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