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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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