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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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