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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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