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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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