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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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