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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning make it possible for people in nations 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 massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Romania to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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