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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of 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 MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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