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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)