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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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