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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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