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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology enable people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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