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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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