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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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