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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Bahrain to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education endeavours. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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