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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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