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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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