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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all over 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 MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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