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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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