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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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