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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Instructors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also studies the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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