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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also studies 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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