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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning enable students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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