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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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