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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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