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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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