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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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