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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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