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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better grasp these open education ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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