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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in elearning make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Professors want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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