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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for people 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 MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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