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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guinea to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better perceive these open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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