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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning enable students all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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