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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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