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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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