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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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