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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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