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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources