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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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