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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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