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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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