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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these significant new open education undertakings. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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