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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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