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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to understand these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education