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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources