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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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