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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in learning technology make it possible for students in nations 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. These massive open courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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