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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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