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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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