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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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