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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ascension to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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