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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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