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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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