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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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