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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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