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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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