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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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