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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all around 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 MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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