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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education