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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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