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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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