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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Burkina Faso to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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