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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these new open education experiments. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses