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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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