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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational experiments. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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