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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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