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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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