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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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