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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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