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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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