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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire 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 resource issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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