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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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