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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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