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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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