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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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