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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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