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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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