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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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