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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better comprehend these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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