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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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