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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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