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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open education undertakings. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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