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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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