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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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