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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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