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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in digital education technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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