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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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