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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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