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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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