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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these important new open educational endeavours. People want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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