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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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