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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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