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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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