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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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