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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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