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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open education experiments. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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