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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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