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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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