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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like YouTube to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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