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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Professors want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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