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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Guadeloupe to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also explores 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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