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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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