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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. 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 MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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