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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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