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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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