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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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