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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education