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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans all over 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 commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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