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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning have enabled students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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