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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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