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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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