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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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