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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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