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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning have enabled people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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