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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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