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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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