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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. People want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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