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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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