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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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