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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants 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 generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Laos to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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