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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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