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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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