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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also reviews 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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