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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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