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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open education experiments. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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