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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates 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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