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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering students 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. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Bahrain to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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