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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Honduras to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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