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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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