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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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