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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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