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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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