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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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