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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this crescive demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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