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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are generally free for students 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 blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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