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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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