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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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