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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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