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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online education technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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