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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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