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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to better understand these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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