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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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