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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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