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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these new open education undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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