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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses 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 lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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