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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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