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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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