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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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