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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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