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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in electronic education technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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