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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in distance learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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