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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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