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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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