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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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