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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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