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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these open education endeavours. People want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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