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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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