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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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