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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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