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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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