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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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