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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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