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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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