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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better comprehend these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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