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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning have made it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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