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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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