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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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