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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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