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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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