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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all around 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 online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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