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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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