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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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