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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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