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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver 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. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Université Numérique France Université Numérique to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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