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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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