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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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