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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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