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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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