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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online education are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these important new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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