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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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