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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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