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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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