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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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