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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Czech Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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