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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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