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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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