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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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