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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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