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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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