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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Libya to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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