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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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