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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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