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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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