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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations 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 MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mali to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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