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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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