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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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