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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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