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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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