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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic education technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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