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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Latvia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to understand these important new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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