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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online education are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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