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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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