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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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