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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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