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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better perceive these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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