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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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