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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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