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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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