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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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