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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology are making it possible for people 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 massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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