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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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