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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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