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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver 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 online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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