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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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