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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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