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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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