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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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