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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver 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 online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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