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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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