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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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