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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in elearning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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