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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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