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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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