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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology make 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. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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