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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in blended learning are empowering learners 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. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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