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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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