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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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