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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all around 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. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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