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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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