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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better comprehend these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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