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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in online learning have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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