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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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