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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Belarus to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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