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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Senegal to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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