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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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