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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants desire to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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