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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in elearning have enabled 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. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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