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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations must deal with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these open education experiments. Students want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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