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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology enable learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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