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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online education technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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