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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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