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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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