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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in digital education technology are enabling learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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