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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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