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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in digital education technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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