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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in electronic educational technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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