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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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