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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to understand these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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