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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key 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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