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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different 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 optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better comprehend these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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