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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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