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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Instructors want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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