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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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