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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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