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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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