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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Google+ to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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