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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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