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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education