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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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