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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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