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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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