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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning have enabled students in every nation on earth to take online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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