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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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