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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online education technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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