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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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