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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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