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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Tuvalu to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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