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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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