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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources