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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling students all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better perceive these open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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