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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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