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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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