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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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