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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better grasp these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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