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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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