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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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