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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in e-learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to understand these new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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