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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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