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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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