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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online education are empowering students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Corporations want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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