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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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