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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in elearning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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