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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education endeavours. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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