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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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