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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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