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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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