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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better grasp these new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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