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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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