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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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