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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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