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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning have empowered humans in all parts of 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. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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