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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in digital education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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