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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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