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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around 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. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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