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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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