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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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