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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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