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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better perceive these open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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