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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational experiments. Students want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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