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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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