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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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