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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better understand these open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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