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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in digital education technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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