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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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