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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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