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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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