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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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