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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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