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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans all over 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 MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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