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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in digital education technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information 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 issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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