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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online education have enabled learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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