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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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