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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning have made it possible for humans in nations all around 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. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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