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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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