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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in 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 massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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