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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational endeavours. Educators want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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