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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic education technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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