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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open education ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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