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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning technology enable learners all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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