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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in online learning have enabled humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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