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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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