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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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