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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open educational experiments. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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