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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning enable students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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