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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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