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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these important new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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