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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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