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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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