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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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