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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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