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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in elearning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these open education endeavours. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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