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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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