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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open education experiments. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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