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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. 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. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better understand these open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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