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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cook Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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