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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also describes 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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