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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology enable humans all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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