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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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