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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in digital education technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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