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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better perceive these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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