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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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