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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this crescive need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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