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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering students all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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