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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education undertakings. Academics want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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