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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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