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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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