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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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