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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning enable students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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