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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational experiments. Students want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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