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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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