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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online education technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Professors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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