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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning are enabling humans 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. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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