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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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