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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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